Slab Square Ugbas 2 is a light, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, magazines, book covers, pull quotes, branding, classic, bookish, measured, refined, firm italic, editorial voice, readability, classic tone, slab serif, bracketed serifs, soft corners, open counters, calligraphic.
A slanted slab-serif design with sturdy, blocky serifs and gently rounded joins that keep the forms from feeling rigid. Strokes are generally even, with subtle modulation and smooth, continuous curves in bowls and shoulders. Proportions run broad with open apertures and generous counters, while the italic angle is consistent across caps, lowercase, and figures. Details like the single-storey “a,” looping “g,” and a left-descending “Q” tail reinforce a coherent, carefully drawn italic structure.
Well-suited to magazine and editorial typography, especially for headlines, decks, and pull quotes where an italic voice is desired without sacrificing firmness. It can also work for book covers and brand wordmarks that need a classic, trustworthy tone with a bit of motion.
The overall tone reads editorial and traditional, with a calm, literate voice. Its slanted rhythm adds forward motion without becoming flashy, balancing seriousness with an approachable warmth.
The design appears intended to pair the assertiveness of slab serifs with a smooth italic flow, creating a readable display-to-text option that feels traditional yet energetic. The broad proportions and open counters suggest an emphasis on clarity and steady page color in continuous reading contexts.
Round characters (C, G, O, Q) are notably spacious, and the slab serifs act as stable anchors at the baseline and cap line, aiding line texture. Numerals follow the same oblique stance and maintain clear silhouettes with simple, readable forms.